Clean grout can be the difference between tiles looking icky or sparkling.

Tucked between shower and floor tiles, grout can be a magnet for dirt, grime, and bacteria. The filler can be prone to discolouration from bacteria and mould growth. Luckily, keeping it looking fresh is simple and affordable. Plus, you likely already have the ingredients to do the cleaning in your home.

Here’s the easiest way to clean grout.

How to clean grout

Materials

• A hard-bristled scrub brush, such as a toothbrush
• Baking soda
• Hydrogen peroxide 
• Dish soap 
• A microfiber cloth
• Water

Steps

1. Mix a paste using two parts baking soda to one part hydrogen peroxide. 

2. Apply the paste to your grout, giving it a good scrub with your scrub brush. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.

3. Rinse the grout with water. If the tile is greasy (such as from kitchen splashes), mix in some dish soap.

4. Wipe dry with a microfibre cloth. 
 

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